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Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo Bake

Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo Bake

This creamy, cheesy chicken Alfredo bake elevates the classic Olive Garden favorite with perfectly seasoned Parmesan chicken, homemade Alfredo sauce, and crispy buttered breadcrumbs. With tender pasta and nutritious broccoli, it’s a complete meal that’s both impressive and comforting.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

For the Parmesan Chicken:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/3 lbs. total)

2 Tbsp olive oil, divided

1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

3 Tbsp water

For the Buttered Breadcrumbs:

2 Tbsp butter

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/4 tsp Italian seasoning

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Alfredo Sauce/Pasta Bake:

4 Tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups heavy cream

2 cups Italian shredded cheese blend, divided

1/4 tsp Italian seasoning

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

8 oz. rotini, uncooked

10 oz. frozen broccoli florets

Instructions

1. Cut chicken into 1-inch chunks and season with olive oil, Parmesan, and seasonings. Cook in skillet until golden brown and cooked through.

2. Make buttered breadcrumbs by toasting panko with butter and seasonings until golden.

3. Create Alfredo sauce using chicken pan drippings, butter, garlic, cream, and cheese.

4. Cook pasta al dente and thaw broccoli.

5. Combine chicken, pasta, broccoli, and Alfredo sauce in a 9×13 baking dish.

6. Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs.

7. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

8. Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make ahead: Prepare casserole up to 24 hours in advance without baking.

For best results, cook pasta slightly al dente as it will continue cooking in the oven.

Add cheese gradually to prevent sauce from becoming grainy.

Thaw and drain broccoli well to prevent watery sauce.

Leftovers keep 3-4 days refrigerated.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 720
  • Sodium: 890
  • Fat: 52
  • Saturated Fat: 31
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 28
  • Cholesterol: 195

Keywords: Better Than Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo Bake, chicken alfredo casserole, pasta bake